1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 75 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 628 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, 2001 Rover 75 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
| Model | Lancer | 75 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
