1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1008 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 Tundra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3270 mm |
