2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 770 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Silverado | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2390 mm |
