1990 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 20 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 865 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, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Lancer | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
