1998 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 4 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Sonata (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 320 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, 1998 Hyundai Sonata (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Sonata | 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sonata | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
