1990 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2012 Maybach Landaulet

To start off, 2012 Maybach Landaulet 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach Landaulet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach Landaulet (620 HP) has 546 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach Landaulet should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.

Because 2012 Maybach Landaulet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Maybach Landaulet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Maybach Landaulet (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 886 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach Landaulet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2012 Maybach Landaulet has automatic transmission and 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maybach Landaulet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1990 Mitsubishi Lancer 2012 Maybach Landaulet
Make Mitsubishi Maybach
Model Lancer Landaulet
Year Released 1990 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1467 cc 6000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 620 HP
Torque 113 Nm 999 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 6165 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1981 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1575 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 3828 mm