2006 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,377 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 545 kg more than 1986 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Outlander | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2377 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
