1984 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2003 Subaru B
To start off, 2003 Subaru B is newer by 19 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru B (389 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru B should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru B weights approximately 685 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.
Because 2003 Subaru B is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru B will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Subaru B (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. 2003 Subaru B 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. 2003 Subaru B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Mitsubishi Colt | 2003 Subaru B | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
Model | Colt | B |
Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1439 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2680 mm |