2004 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2004 Daewoo Nubira (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Nubira | 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Nubira | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
