1998 Hyundai Satellite vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 5 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 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. (76 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 444 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Hyundai Satellite (161 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Satellite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Satellite | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Satellite | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2510 mm |
