1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1992 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 404 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Nissan Vanette (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1992 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Lancer | Vanette |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2080 mm |
