1996 Volvo 460 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 460 (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 425 kg more than 1996 Volvo 460.
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, 1996 Volvo 460 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Volvo 460 | 2011 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Volvo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 460 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
