2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 657 kg more than 1995 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 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Charger | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
