2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 14 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 245 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, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (185 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tiburon | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
