1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 672 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3246 mm |
