1988 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2011 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2011 Mazda MPV 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda MPV (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda MPV weights approximately 730 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 Mazda MPV (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2011 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mazda |
| Model | Lancer | MPV |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2850 mm |
