1988 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1991 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1991 Nissan Vanette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Vanette (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Vanette should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 425 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.
Because 1991 Nissan Vanette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Nissan Vanette (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1991 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Lancer | Vanette |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2080 mm |
