1994 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,700 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 134 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Lancer | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
