2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 1975 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 32 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 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 835 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.
Because 1975 Toyota Carina 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 1975 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor, 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor (346 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 1975 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Endeavor | Carina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
