1990 Buick Electra vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 210 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Electra | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Electra | Lancer |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2634 mm |