1955 Jaguar XK vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Jaguar XK (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jaguar XK weights approximately 396 kg more than 1993 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, 1955 Jaguar XK (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1955 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jaguar XK | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | XK | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
