1996 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 1996 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (151 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 315 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 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mercedes-Benz C | 1996 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
Model | C | Colt |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2430 mm |