1998 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2010 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2010 Honda Odyssey is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 995 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2010 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2010 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Lancer | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5133 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1778 mm |
