2000 Mitsubishi Dion vs. 1984 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Dion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Dion weights approximately 300 kg more than 1984 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Dion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Dion | 1984 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Dion | Camry |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
