1983 Nissan Stanza vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Stanza (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 20 kg more than 1983 Nissan Stanza.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Nissan Stanza (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt has automatic transmission and 1983 Nissan Stanza has manual transmission. 1983 Nissan Stanza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Stanza | 1985 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Stanza | Colt |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2390 mm |
