1984 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 28 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 680 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 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Colt | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Colt | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1437 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2760 mm |
