1998 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, both 1998 Mitsubishi Colt and 1998 Toyota Camry were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Camry (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Camry weights approximately 470 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Toyota Camry (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mitsubishi Colt | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Colt | Camry |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |