1982 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 30 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC60 (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 1001 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 2012 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (479 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. 2012 Volvo XC60 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. 2012 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 Mitsubishi Colt | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
Model | Colt | XC60 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1439 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 479 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1921 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2748 mm |