1990 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 970 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 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
Model | Lancer | Pilot |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1803 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2774 mm |