1973 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1174 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Suburban | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Suburban | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2510 mm |
