1986 Ford Orion vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 90 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion. 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 Mitsubishi Colt (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Orion | 1996 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Orion | Colt |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2430 mm |
