1984 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 26 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 840 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 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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, 2010 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt.
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1984 Mitsubishi Colt | 2010 Audi A5 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
Model | Colt | A5 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1437 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2751 mm |