1989 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 16 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 75 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Skoda Fabia (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
| Model | Lancer | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
