1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 18 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 1490 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2011 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Bentley |
| Model | Lancer | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1476 mm |
