2002 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1981 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1981 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1981 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | L 200 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2510 mm |
