1995 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 10 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1580 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
