1989 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 284 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
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, 1989 Honda Accord, 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, 1989 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Accord | Colt |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1997 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 69 L |