1987 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 18 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Colt. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 609 kg more than 1987 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Colt | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Colt | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |
