1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle 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. Both 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle are equipped with a 1,597 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 179 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle (152 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Lancer | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |