1987 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Colt (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 111 kg more than 1979 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mitsubishi Colt (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Colt | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
| Model | Colt | L |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
