2007 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 29 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Outlander | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
