1995 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1999 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1999 Toyota Paseo 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Paseo. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 115 kg more than 1999 Toyota Paseo. 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1999 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Paseo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
