1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 20 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), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 956 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Lancer | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| 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 | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1783 mm |
