1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 16 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 534 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, 2009 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Lancer | Accord |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
