2001 Acura CL vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2001 Acura CL is newer by 11 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura CL weights approximately 600 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, 2001 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura CL | 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
Model | CL | Lancer |
Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2390 mm |