1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2010 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1550 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, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2010 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2027 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3099 mm |
