2003 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer

To start off, 2003 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 421 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2003 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Honda Accord 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer
Make Honda Mitsubishi
Model Accord Lancer
Year Released 2003 1995
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2360 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 137 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1456 kg 1035 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1480 mm


 

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