1982 Nissan Prairie vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Prairie (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 390 kg more than 1982 Nissan Prairie.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Prairie (150 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Prairie | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Prairie | Colt |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
