1985 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1996 Volvo 850
To start off, 1996 Volvo 850 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 850 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 850 weights approximately 557 kg more than 1985 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, 1996 Volvo 850 (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mitsubishi Colt | 1996 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Colt | 850 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2670 mm |
