1999 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1999 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1993 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, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus GT 1 | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GT 1 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1480 mm |
