1990 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1366 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 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Dodge |
| Model | Lancer | Ram |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2346 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3569 mm |
