1995 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (276 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 225 kg more than 1996 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, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corvette | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
