2008 Infiniti FX vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 19 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti FX weights approximately 340 kg more than 1989 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, 2008 Infiniti FX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti FX | 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | FX | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2390 mm |
