1983 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 25 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 451 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 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mitsubishi Colt | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Colt | Forester |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
