2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1975 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 560 kg more than 1975 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (217 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1975 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Outlander | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
