1996 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Carina weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Toyota Carina (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Carina |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
