1994 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1996 Ford Aspire
To start off, 1996 Ford Aspire is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1996 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 108 kg more than 1996 Ford Aspire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1996 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Lancer | Aspire |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
