1990 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 21 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 512 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Lancer | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2685 mm |
