1987 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1993 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1993 Toyota Starlet is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Colt 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 4 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Starlet.
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, 1987 Mitsubishi Colt (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Colt | 1993 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2310 mm |
