1990 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 16 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 572 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Lancer | Passat |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1552 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2720 mm |