1984 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 is newer by 18 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 665 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Colt | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Xedos |
| Model | Colt | 9 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1437 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2760 mm |
