1998 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Colt (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 10 kg more than 1984 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mitsubishi Colt (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Colt | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Colt | 11 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2490 mm |
