1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1991 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 970 kg more than 1982 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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Roadmaster | 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Roadmaster | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2390 mm |
