1982 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (266 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1195 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1982 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 1982 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Colt | 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Colt | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3110 mm |
