1996 AC Cobra vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 AC Cobra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 AC Cobra | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cobra | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2510 mm |
