1999 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 340 kg more than 1999 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, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Lancer | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1476 mm |
