1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 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 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 166 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (173 Nm). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 200 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 15.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2970 mm |
