1989 Dodge Viper vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Viper (400 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Viper weights approximately 54 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, 1989 Dodge Viper (610 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Viper | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Viper | Colt |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 1997 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 610 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 257 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 | 1454 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 69 L |