2006 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 353 kg more than 1990 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
