1982 Toyota Corsa vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 550 kg more than 1982 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Corsa | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corsa | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2634 mm |
