1986 Mazda 929 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 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,833 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 670 kg more than 1986 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda 929 | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 929 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2833 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2970 mm |
