1972 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 41 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Pilot (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Colt. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1131 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.
Because 2013 Honda Pilot is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Colt. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Colt | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
Model | Colt | Pilot |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3471 cc |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2041 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4861 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2775 mm |