2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai i10 (153 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i10 | 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | i10 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1120 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
