1996 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Dodge Intrepid 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 3,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 470 kg more than 1993 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, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (305 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Intrepid | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Intrepid | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3228 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
