2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 4,194 cc, 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rainier | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2390 mm |
