2002 Honda Accord vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 60 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Honda Accord (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 1985 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Accord | Colt |
Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2390 mm |