1997 Buick Century vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1997 Buick Century is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Century weights approximately 482 kg more than 1994 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 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Century | 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Century | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
