1996 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2011 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Charger is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Charger (370 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Charger weights approximately 844 kg more than 1996 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, 2011 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2011 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Dodge |
| Model | Lancer | Charger |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1483 mm |
