1987 Mitsubishi Starion vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1992 Toyota Carina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Starion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Starion would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Starion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Carina (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Starion. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Starion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Carina weights approximately 10 kg more than 1987 Mitsubishi Starion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mitsubishi Starion (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Starion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Starion | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Starion | Carina |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1135 kg |
