1996 Mitsubishi Challenger vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger weights approximately 869 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (116 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Challenger | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 941 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
