1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 54 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Lancer | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2790 mm |