2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1988 Honda Integra
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Integra weights approximately 12 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Honda Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1988 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Lancer | Integra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
