1989 GMC Suburban vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1989 GMC Suburban is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 GMC Suburban | 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Suburban | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2390 mm |
