1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alpina B 10 (340 HP) has 273 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1993 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, 1997 Alpina B 10 (471 Nm) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (123 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Alpina | Mitsubishi |
| Model | B 10 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2510 mm |
