1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-01 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1988 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, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-01 | 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RX-01 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |
