1996 Honda Today vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Colt (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 226 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Mitsubishi Colt (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 1987 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Today | Colt |
Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |