2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 70 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Pilot | 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Pilot | Lancer |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |