2001 Honda Accord vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2001 Honda Accord 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer (74 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Honda Accord. (65 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Accord weights approximately 310 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (113 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2001 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Accord | 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accord | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2390 mm |
