1987 Lada Samara 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 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 550 kg more than 1987 Lada Samara.
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 (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lada Samara | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
Model | Samara | Colt |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 47 L |