1999 Acura Integra vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer

To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura Integra 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 153 more horse power than 1999 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 450 kg more than 1999 Acura Integra. 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 1999 Acura Integra. 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura Integra. 1999 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Acura Integra 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
Make Acura Mitsubishi
Model Integra Lancer
Year Released 1999 2010
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1795 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 291 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 172 Nm 406 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1170 kg 1620 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4496 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1811 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1481 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2649 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 55 L


 

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