1995 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire

To start off, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 4 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 260 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, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Mitsubishi Lancer 1999 Pontiac Sunfire
Make Mitsubishi Pontiac
Model Lancer Sunfire
Year Released 1995 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1299 cc 2201 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 74 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 108 Nm 183 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 940 kg 1200 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2650 mm


 

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