1989 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1988 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Vanette (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Vanette should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 450 kg more than 1989 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, 1988 Nissan Vanette (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1988 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Lancer | Vanette |
Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2080 mm |