1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2000 Toyota Solara 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Solara (187 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Solara weights approximately 584 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 Toyota Solara (283 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Solara |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
