2008 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 1984 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 207 kg more than 1984 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Toyota Camry (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | 1984 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Carisma | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
