1998 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 554 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.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
Model | Lancer | Forester |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1674 mm |