1998 Bentley Azure vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (146 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 1998 Bentley Azure. 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, 1998 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Azure | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Bentley | Mitsubishi |
Model | Azure | Lancer |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1505 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2635 mm |