2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 1981 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corolla 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 168 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 143 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor (347 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corolla. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 1981 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Endeavor | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
