1994 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 147 kg more than 1994 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, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Lancer | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
