1985 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2001 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 16 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 190 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, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mitsubishi Colt | 2001 Chevrolet Prizm | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Colt | Prizm |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
