1996 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma (176 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Carisma | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
