1994 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1994 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Thunderbird.
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, 1994 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Thunderbird | 2005 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Thunderbird | Colt |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2972 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1620 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 95 L |
