1996 Honda Legend vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Honda Legend is newer by 8 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 690 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, 1996 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Legend | 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Legend | Lancer |
Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2390 mm |