1989 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (120 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 570 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, 1990 Volvo 960 (143 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm). This means 1990 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Lancer | 960 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2780 mm |
