2006 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1984 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Soarer (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 98 kg more than 1984 Toyota Soarer.
Because 1984 Toyota Soarer 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 1984 Toyota Soarer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1984 Toyota Soarer (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1984 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
