2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona 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 78 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 420 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. 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 (213 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Outlander | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
