1980 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (96 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 630 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Mitsubishi Colt 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 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort, 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Ford Escort 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
Make Ford Mitsubishi
Model Escort Colt
Year Released 1980 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1295 cc 2835 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 69 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 100 Nm 198 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 95.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 64.5 mm 100 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 21.0:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 850 kg 1480 kg
Vehicle Length 3980 mm 4980 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1590 mm
Wheelbase Size 2400 mm 2960 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 69 L


 

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