1980 Toyota Carina vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 555 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Carina | 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Carina | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
