1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 21 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1989 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 56 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Avanti Avanti. 1989 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Avanti Avanti | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Avanti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Avanti | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
