1979 Toyota Mark II vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 350 kg more than 1979 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Mark II | 2009 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mark II | Colt |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2500 mm |
