1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 575 kg more than 1982 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, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1982 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Mitsubishi |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Colt |
Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |