1990 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice 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 2,382 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 349 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, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Lancer | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
