1990 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2008 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2008 Opel Vivaro is newer by 18 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vivaro (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 697 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, 2008 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2008 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Lancer | Vivaro |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3100 mm |