1982 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 26 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Corolla (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 287 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, 2008 Toyota Corolla (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1244 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
