01 grand prix se or 03 mitsubishi lancer es

Looking for advise. I have an 01 grand prix with 147000 miles and it has some problems that need taken care of quickly and I dont have the money for it. So im hoping ill be able to use it as a downpayment. I found an 03 mitsubishi lancer es with 183000 miles on it havnt checked it out yet but if its a solid deal should I trade? My only problem is swapping for the power loss but also an engine thats cheaper to mod any advise?