1976 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1992 Toyota Carina is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Carina (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Carina weights approximately 290 kg more than 1976 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, 1992 Toyota Carina (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Carina |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |
