1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (262 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (355 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Camaro | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
