1994 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 17 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper weights approximately 285 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, 2011 Mini Cooper (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mini |
| Model | Lancer | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3724 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2466 mm |
