2004 Caterham 7 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 440 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Caterham 7 (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Caterham | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 7 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2390 mm |
