1996 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1990 Morgan 4
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1990 Morgan 4. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1990 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 485 kg more than 1990 Morgan 4. 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1990 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morgan |
| Model | Lancer | 4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
