1984 Ford Tempo vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Tempo weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 1984 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Tempo | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tempo | Colt |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
