1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2000 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2000 Nissan Silvia is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 800 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, 2000 Nissan Silvia (271 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2000 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Lancer | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
