2000 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1996 Acura RL
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Acura RL weights approximately 649 kg more than 2000 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, 1996 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. 1996 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1996 Acura RL | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Acura |
| Model | Lancer | RL |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
