1995 Mazda 626 vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. (103 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 1985 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 626 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |
