1988 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 25 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Insight (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Insight weights approximately 270 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, 2013 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2013 Honda Insight | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
Model | Lancer | Insight |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4377 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |