1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2001 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall VX220 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall VX220 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 156 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall VX220.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Vauxhall VX220 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2001 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Lancer | VX220 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
