1983 Ford Orion vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Ford Orion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 45 kg more than 1983 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt (103 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Orion. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Orion | 1985 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Orion | Colt |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
