1992 Toyota Carina vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 415 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Carina | 2009 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Carina | Colt |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2500 mm |
