2004 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 9 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 650 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante | 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Diamante | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
