1988 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 18 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 560 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, 2006 Nissan Murano (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Lancer | Murano |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2830 mm |
