2009 Honda CR-V vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,353 cc, 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 481 kg more than 1988 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 Honda CR-V (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CR-V | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |
