1990 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, both 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer and 1990 Toyota Starlet were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer (74 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 270 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mitsubishi Lancer (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Lancer | Starlet |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1467 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 113 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2310 mm |