1996 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 17 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 484 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Lancer | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1775 mm |