1991 Audi Coupe vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, 1991 Audi Coupe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 2,770 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi Coupe (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi Coupe weights approximately 244 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1991 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi Coupe will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Audi Coupe (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt.

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1991 Audi Coupe 1982 Mitsubishi Colt
Make Audi Mitsubishi
Model Coupe Colt
Year Released 1991 1982
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2770 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 174 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 249 Nm 112 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1174 kg 930 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2390 mm