2004 Acura MDX vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 15 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 990 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, 2004 Acura MDX (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | MDX | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
