1986 Honda Accord vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1986 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,954 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Accord (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Accord weights approximately 180 kg more than 1984 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, 1986 Honda Accord (156 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt has automatic transmission and 1986 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1986 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Accord | 1984 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accord | Colt |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1954 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
