2004 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1974 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 520 kg more than 1974 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (215 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1974 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Outlander | Carina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 70 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
