1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 591 kg more than 1995 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, 1989 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Avanti Avanti | 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Avanti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Avanti | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
