1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1990 Dodge Caravan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Caravan (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 545 kg more than 1979 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, 1990 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Caravan | 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Caravan | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
