1988 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2013 Kia Optima
To start off, 2013 Kia Optima 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Optima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Optima weights approximately 558 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 Kia Optima (365 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2013 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Lancer | Optima |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4845 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2795 mm |
