2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 16 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (263 HP) has 196 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 550 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CTS | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
