1987 Renault 25 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 25 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 25 (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 295 kg more than 1987 Renault 25.
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 Renault 25 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 25 | 2011 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 25 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 47 L |
