1992 BMW 850 vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 10 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 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (380 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 945 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 1992 BMW 850 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 1992 BMW 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt, 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, 1992 BMW 850 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 850 | 1982 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 850 | Colt |
Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5576 cc | 1439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2390 mm |