1984 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1986 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1986 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac 6000 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 390 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.
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, 1986 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Colt | 1986 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Colt | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1437 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2670 mm |
