1984 Audi Quattro vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, both 1984 Audi Quattro and 1984 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Quattro (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi Quattro weights approximately 401 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1984 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro 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, 1984 Audi Quattro (251 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm). This means 1984 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Audi Quattro 1984 Mitsubishi Colt
Make Audi Mitsubishi
Model Quattro Colt
Year Released 1984 1984
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2144 cc 1439 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 180 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 102 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1296 kg 895 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 3920 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2390 mm


 

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