1991 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1993 Rover 800
To start off, 1993 Rover 800 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 800 weights approximately 544 kg more than 1991 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, 1993 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1993 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
| Model | Lancer | 800 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2750 mm |
