1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 997 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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3030 mm |
