1987 Audi 80 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 80 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 480 kg more than 1987 Audi 80.
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, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 80 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
