1994 Honda Today vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 8 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer (300 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 1198 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer (540 Nm) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Today | Lancer |
Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 540 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1908 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |