1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 15 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 946 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Lancer | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
