2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 915 kg more than 1993 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, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Astro | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Astro | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
