1982 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1983 Porsche 930
To start off, 1983 Porsche 930 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Porsche 930 weights approximately 380 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 1983 Porsche 930 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 1983 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1983 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Mitsubishi Colt | 1983 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
Model | Colt | 930 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1439 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |