1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 9 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (204 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 570 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.
Because 1999 Holden Berlina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Berlina | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2390 mm |
