1995 Mazda 626 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 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,970 cc, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 410 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 626 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2970 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 95 L |
