1982 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,331 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Corolla (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 255 kg more than 1982 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1244 cc | 1331 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
