1985 Audi 80 vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1985 Audi 80 is newer by 1 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 1,437 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Audi 80. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 80 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 80 | 1984 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 80 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
