1988 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2011 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1175 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, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2011 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
| Model | Lancer | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2760 mm |
