1982 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1992 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1992 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 10 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 6 more horse power than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 25 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 1992 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1992 Suzuki Samurai 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Colt | 1992 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Colt | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2490 mm |
