2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1994 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Previa weights approximately 469 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (177 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1994 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Previa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
