1996 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i30. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 106 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i30. (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
| Model | Lancer | i30 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
