1996 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1993 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Cressida. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 70 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Cressida. (279 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1993 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
