2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1409 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 GMC Yukon (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Yukon | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
