1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 5 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. Both 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer and 1998 Toyota Caldina are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (133 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 292 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 133 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
