2007 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1997 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Parati. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Parati would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Parati (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 225 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Parati.
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, 1997 Volkswagen Parati (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1997 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lancer | Parati |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
