2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 12 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 170 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Hyundai Accent (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accent | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
