1999 Volkswagen Lupo vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lupo | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2649 mm |
