1988 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2010 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avalon is newer by 22 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 639 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, 2010 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2010 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2819 mm |
