1981 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1475 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Suburban | 1982 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Suburban | Colt |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6210 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2390 mm |
