1948 Jaguar XK vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 337 kg more than 1995 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | XK | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
