1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 978 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 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2009 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Tata |
| Model | Lancer | Safari |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
