1988 Honda Legend 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 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,833 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 402 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (228 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend. 1988 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2007 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Legend | Colt |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2833 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 22.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |