1983 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2004 Volvo V50
To start off, 2004 Volvo V50 is newer by 21 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V50 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V50 weights approximately 506 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 2004 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V50 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, 2004 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mitsubishi Colt | 2004 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Colt | V50 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2670 mm |
