1995 BMW 316 vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1995 BMW 316 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 BMW 316. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 316 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 BMW 316 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 316 | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 316 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
