1996 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 530 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Carina 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 1980 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada, 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 1980 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1980 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Verada | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Verada | Carina |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
