1989 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1993 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 4 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 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 300 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, 1993 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1993 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Plymouth |
| Model | Lancer | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2880 mm |
