1988 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 is newer by 23 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i20. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
| Model | Lancer | i20 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2525 mm |
