1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Seat Exeo. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Exeo weights approximately 374 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Seat Exeo (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Lancer | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2642 mm |
