1987 Ford Sierra 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 Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,835 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 32 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sierra | Colt |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2835 cc |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2970 mm |