1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 9 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 690 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, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Lancer | Aurora |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
