1977 Toyota Carina vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 475 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Carina | 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Carina | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
