2006 Mazda 6 vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 568 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 6 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
