1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,833 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 290 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
Model | 220 | Colt |
Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2833 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 21.0:1 |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 95 L |