1996 AC Cobra vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 AC Cobra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 AC Cobra weights approximately 46 kg more than 1990 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, 1996 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 AC Cobra | 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cobra | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2390 mm |
