1988 Dodge Colt vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge Colt would be higher. Both 1988 Dodge Colt and 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer are equipped with a 1,597 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Colt (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Colt weights approximately 104 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Dodge Colt (192 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Colt | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |
