2008 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 111 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 675 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Hyundai Trajet (255 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Trajet | 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Trajet | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
