2005 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 710 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (116 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Diamante | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
