1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 132 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
