1956 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 192 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, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chevrolet Corvette | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corvette | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
