1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mazda 3 (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mazda |
| Model | Lancer | 3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2639 mm |
