2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1989 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Pintara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Pintara would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (113 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Pintara weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 1989 Nissan Pintara (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Pintara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1989 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Lancer | Pintara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
