1996 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 75 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Colt | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2440 mm |
