1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 10 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 310 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Toyota Avensis (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
