2002 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 565 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina. 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (140 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mitsubishi Diamante | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Diamante | Carina |
Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |