1992 Honda CRX vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 15 kg more than 1992 Honda CRX.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (160 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda CRX. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1992 Honda CRX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda CRX | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CRX | Colt |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
