2003 Honda Pilot vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2003 Honda Pilot is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Pilot weights approximately 134 kg more than 1989 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, 2003 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Pilot | 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Pilot | Lancer |
Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |