1996 Honda Prelude vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Honda Prelude 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Prelude weights approximately 255 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 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Prelude | 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Prelude | Lancer |
Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |