1990 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2009 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 19 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2009 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Lancer | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2640 mm |
