1990 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2012 Chrysler Delta
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Delta is newer by 22 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Delta (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Delta should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Delta weights approximately 415 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, 2012 Chrysler Delta (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2012 Chrysler Delta | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chrysler |
| Model | Lancer | Delta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
