1988 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1988 Saab 900i
To start off, both 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer and 1988 Saab 900i were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Saab 900i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 900i (135 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 900i should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 900i weights approximately 280 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Saab 900i (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 900i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1988 Saab 900i | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Saab |
Model | Lancer | 900i |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2720 mm |