1991 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1327 kg more than 1991 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, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lancer | Passat |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2720 mm |
