1990 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Borrego weights approximately 310 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 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Lancer | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2900 mm |
