1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,740 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 188 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (502 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Corvette | Colt |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5740 cc | 1997 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 69 L |