1982 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 7 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 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 730 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 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Mitsubishi Colt | 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Colt | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1982 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1439 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2320 mm |