1994 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2006 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Honda Legend is newer by 12 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Legend (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Legend weights approximately 726 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda Legend (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2006 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Lancer | Legend |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
