1983 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1991 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1991 Toyota Supra is newer by 8 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Supra (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Supra weights approximately 633 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 1991 Toyota Supra 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 1991 Toyota Supra. 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, 1991 Toyota Supra (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mitsubishi Colt | 1991 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Colt | Supra |
Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1439 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2730 mm |