2006 Mazda 5 vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Mazda 5 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 5 | 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 5 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |
