1990 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC70 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC70 (217 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1990 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, 2005 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Lancer | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2800 mm |
