1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC70 is newer by 12 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 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC70 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 632 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, 2005 Volvo XC70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Lancer | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
