1995 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2003 Renault Be Bop
To start off, 2003 Renault Be Bop is newer by 8 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Be Bop is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Be Bop (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Be Bop weights approximately 370 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, 2003 Renault Be Bop (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Be Bop will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2003 Renault Be Bop | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Lancer | Be Bop |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
