1995 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 15 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 321 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Lancer | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
