1999 Alpina B3 vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1999 Alpina B3 is newer by 10 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B3 weights approximately 720 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, 1999 Alpina B3 (455 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B3 | 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Alpina | Mitsubishi |
| Model | B3 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
