1988 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2006 Saab 03-Sep 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 550 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 Saab 03-Sep (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Saab |
| Model | Lancer | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2680 mm |
