1997 Toyota Avensis vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. Both 1997 Toyota Avensis and 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (287 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 275 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (203 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Avensis | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Avensis | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4495 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2650 mm |
