1998 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (201 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 200 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.
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, 1998 Honda Accord (196 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Accord | Colt |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |