1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 68 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (198 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tiburon | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 59 L |
