2004 BMW 320 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 14 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1990 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 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 320 | 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 320 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
