1976 Buick Estate vs. 1969 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1976 Buick Estate is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1969 Mitsubishi Colt. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1969 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 975 kg more than 1969 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Buick Estate 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 1976 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1976 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mitsubishi Colt. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Estate | 1969 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Estate | Colt |
Year Released | 1976 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1498 cc |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |