1995 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1996 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1996 Toyota Paseo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Paseo (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 20 kg more than 1996 Toyota Paseo.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Toyota Paseo (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1996 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Paseo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
