1983 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 28 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 721 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 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 548 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mitsubishi Colt | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
Model | Colt | 911 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1439 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2350 mm |