1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2001 Opel Frogster
To start off, 2001 Opel Frogster is newer by 8 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frogster. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frogster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frogster weights approximately 272 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frogster. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frogster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2001 Opel Frogster | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Lancer | Frogster |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
