1983 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1984 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1984 Nissan Laurel is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Laurel (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 146 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Nissan Laurel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Colt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Nissan Laurel (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mitsubishi Colt | 1984 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Colt | Laurel |
Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1439 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |