1998 Mazda Laputa vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 845 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mazda Laputa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Laputa | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Laputa | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
