1995 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 17 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 377 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Lancer | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
