1983 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (107 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 275 kg more than 1983 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, 1996 Toyota Carina (155 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Lancer | Carina |
Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1244 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |