1987 Ford Laser vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,972 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1987 Ford Laser. (66 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Laser.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Laser | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Laser | Colt |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2972 cc |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2970 mm |
