2009 BMW 130 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 19 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 130 weights approximately 470 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, 2009 BMW 130 (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 130 | 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 130 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2390 mm |
