1979 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1980 Toyota Carina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Carina (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Carina weights approximately 95 kg more than 1979 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, 1980 Toyota Carina (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Lancer | Carina |
Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |