2004 Honda Element vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 16 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 531 kg more than 1988 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 Honda Element (218 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Element | 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Element | Lancer |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 102 Nm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |