1984 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1992 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1992 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 95 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, 1992 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Mitsubishi Colt | 1992 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Colt | Corolla |
Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1437 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |