1995 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1998 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 306 is newer by 3 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 224 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, 1998 Peugeot 306 (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1998 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Lancer | 306 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
