1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 660 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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 Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Roadmaster | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Roadmaster | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2635 mm |
