1972 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Colt. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 630 kg more than 1972 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Colt. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Colt | 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Colt | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3791 cc |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2820 mm |
