2002 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer (300 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 773 kg more than 1993 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer (540 Nm) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (146 Nm). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Carina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1908 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
