1995 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Camry (83 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Camry weights approximately 375 kg more than 1995 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, 1986 Toyota Camry (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Camry |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
