1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1992 Dodge Caravan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Caravan (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 485 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Caravan | 1984 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Caravan | Colt |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2390 mm |
