2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 15 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen C3 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C3 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
