1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 2 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1815 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2290 mm |
