1987 Lada 2104 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada 2104 would be higher. Both 1987 Lada 2104 and 2004 Mitsubishi Colt are equipped with a 1,499 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2104. (71 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada 2104 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 1987 Lada 2104 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 1987 Lada 2104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2104. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada 2104 | 2004 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 2104 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
