1993 Renault Express vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Express would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 680 kg more than 1993 Renault Express. 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Express | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Express | Colt |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2500 mm |
