1986 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 6 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Carina (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 64 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Because 1980 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Toyota Carina (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Carina |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
