1994 Honda Today vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 13 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 745 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Today | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
