2001 Mazda Laputa vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2001 Mazda Laputa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 288 kg more than 2001 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Laputa | 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Laputa | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
