1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 6 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris. 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 Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Yaris 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 Yaris | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
