1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 714 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda B2500 (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B2500 | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | B2500 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2510 mm |
