1990 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2011 Volvo C30
To start off, 2011 Volvo C30 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo C30 weights approximately 471 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 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2011 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Lancer | C30 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2639 mm |
