1989 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1994 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 5 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Polo (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Volkswagen Polo (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1994 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lancer | Polo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
