1972 Ford Escort vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Escort (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 20 kg more than 1972 Ford Escort.
Because 1972 Ford Escort 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 1972 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt, 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, 1972 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. (103 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Escort | 1985 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Escort | Colt |
Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2390 mm |