1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Scion FR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion FR-S weights approximately 204 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 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Scion |
| Model | Lancer | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
