1991 Innocenti Koral vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Innocenti Koral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Innocenti Koral would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer (233 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti Koral. (56 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti Koral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1991 Innocenti Koral. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Innocenti Koral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer (253 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti Koral. (80 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti Koral. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer has automatic transmission and 1991 Innocenti Koral has manual transmission. 1991 Innocenti Koral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Innocenti Koral | 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Koral | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 253 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2640 mm |
