1988 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 21 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 350 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Lancer | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3240 mm |