1990 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 704 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 Toyota Corolla (157 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Lancer | Corolla |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |