2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. (164 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 260 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Buick Blackhawk 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 2001 Buick Blackhawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. (210 Nm). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Blackhawk | 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Blackhawk | Lancer |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 2376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 458 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 705 Nm | 210 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |