1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 1996 Chevrolet Camaro and 1996 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (435 HP) has 361 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 242 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (576 Nm) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1996 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Camaro | Colt |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 576 Nm | 108 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2430 mm |