1999 Audi A4 vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1984 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, 1999 Audi A4 (321 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1984 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A4 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |
