2008 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1995 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Celica (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 255 kg more than 1995 Toyota Celica.
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, 1995 Toyota Celica (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1995 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
