1993 Holden Commodore vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Holden Commodore (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Holden Commodore weights approximately 430 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Holden Commodore 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 1993 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1993 Holden Commodore (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Holden Commodore | 1996 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Commodore | Colt |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2430 mm |
