1988 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 19 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 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 578 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lancer | Touran |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2680 mm |
