1994 Honda Today vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 385 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Today | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Today | Lancer |
Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |