1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 17 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Rio weights approximately 80 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Lancer | Rio |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4026 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2499 mm |
