1984 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 29 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 835 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. 2013 Toyota Venza 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. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Mitsubishi Colt | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Colt | Venza |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1437 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2775 mm |