1996 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 1989 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Because 1989 Toyota Lexcen 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 1989 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma, 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, 1989 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. (176 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. 1989 Toyota Lexcen has automatic transmission and 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma has manual transmission. 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Toyota Lexcen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Mitsubishi Carisma | 1989 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Carisma | Lexcen |
Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |