1986 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1993 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1993 Toyota Previa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Colt. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Previa weights approximately 679 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Toyota Previa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Toyota Previa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Colt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mitsubishi Colt | 1993 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Previa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
