1997 GMC Safari vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1997 GMC Safari 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GMC Safari weights approximately 929 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 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 GMC Safari | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Safari | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
