1990 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1983 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 305. (65 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Peugeot 305 (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1983 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Lancer | 305 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2630 mm |
