1991 Dodge Colt vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1991 Dodge Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 1991 Dodge 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma (176 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Dodge Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Dodge Colt | 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Colt | Carisma |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
