1996 Honda Ballade vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Ballade weights approximately 55 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Ballade | 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Ballade | Lancer |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |