1994 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 13 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 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 712 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Lancer | 407 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
