1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1986 Renault 25
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 25 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Renault 25. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 25 weights approximately 129 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Renault 25 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1986 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Lancer | 25 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
