1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,318 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1993 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1955 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Lancer | 88 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
