1986 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 790 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Escort | Colt |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 21.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2970 mm |