1997 Toyota Carina vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,998 cc (24 cylinders), 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander (227 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 540 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander (292 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Carina | 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Carina | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 24 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
