1990 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 545 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Debonair | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Debonair | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
