2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (390 HP) has 316 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1572 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.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Lancer |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 556 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2390 mm |