1971 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1995 Volvo 460
To start off, 1995 Volvo 460 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 460 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Colt. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 460 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1971 Mitsubishi Colt. 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, 1995 Volvo 460 (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Colt. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Colt | 1995 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Colt | 460 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1783 cc |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
