1996 Honda Ballade vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 3 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade.
Because 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer (373 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Ballade | Lancer |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 1 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 373 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |