2002 Honda Life vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 145 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 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 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 1988 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 | 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Life | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1005 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 |
