2007 Buick Rainier vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (276 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Rainier weights approximately 200 kg more than 1996 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, 2007 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rainier | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rainier | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
