2007 Lexus LS vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LS weights approximately 820 kg more than 1996 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 Lexus LS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LS | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Lexus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LS | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
