1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 970 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.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 1984 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Silverado | Colt |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2390 mm |
