2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Supra weights approximately 352 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.
Because 1988 Toyota Supra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Supra (259 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (176 Nm). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Supra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
