1990 Honda Concerto vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1990 Honda Concerto is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Concerto (111 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Concerto weights approximately 190 kg more than 1982 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 Honda Concerto (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Concerto | 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Concerto | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2390 mm |
