1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1955 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1955 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1955 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Toyota Crown weights approximately 224 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1955 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Crown |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
