1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 1996 De Tomaso Bigua and 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 365 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mitsubishi |
Model | Bigua | Lancer |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |