2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 292 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai Accent (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Accent | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accent | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
