2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1990 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Supra weights approximately 357 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 1990 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 1990 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, 1990 Toyota Supra (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 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 | 1990 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Supra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
