2002 Honda Life vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer (74 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 140 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2002 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Life | 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Life | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
