2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac STS weights approximately 840 kg more than 1990 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 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | STS | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2390 mm |
