1995 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, 2013 Scion xD is newer by 18 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 1,798 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion xD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion xD (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion xD weights approximately 173 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, 2013 Scion xD (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Scion xD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2013 Scion xD | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Scion |
| Model | Lancer | xD |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4440 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
