1995 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Venza weights approximately 766 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 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Lancer | Venza |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2776 mm |