1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1994 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1994 Nissan Sunny is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 7 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 26 kg more than 1994 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Nissan Sunny (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1994 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Lancer | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
