1984 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 50 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mitsubishi Colt (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit has automatic transmission and 1984 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Mitsubishi Colt | 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Colt | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1437 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |