1995 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 198 kg more than 1995 Ford Ranger.
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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ranger | Colt |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2970 mm |
