1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 860 kg more than 1989 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, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Buick Roadmaster | 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Roadmaster | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2390 mm |
