1988 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (108 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (145 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Escort | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | Colt |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 47 L |
