1988 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1985 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 604 (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Peugeot 604 (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1985 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Lancer | 604 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2810 mm |
