1988 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2006 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2006 Toyota RunX 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RunX (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RunX weights approximately 95 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, 2006 Toyota RunX (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2006 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | RunX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
