1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 365 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Lancer | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
