1989 Audi 100 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,370 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 1989 Audi 100 (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (146 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2004 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 100 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2370 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
