1982 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1986 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1986 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 4 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 150 kg more than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1986 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (59 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Colt | 1986 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Colt | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2040 mm |
