1990 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 140 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 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Lancer | Polo |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
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 | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |