2002 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 1992 Toyota Sera
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Sera 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 98 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Sera. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 660 kg more than 1992 Toyota Sera. 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) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante | 1992 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Diamante | Sera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
