1996 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 525 kg more than 1989 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 Dodge Intrepid (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Intrepid | 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Intrepid | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2390 mm |
