2003 Honda Avancier vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2003 Honda Avancier is newer by 19 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 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 700 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 2003 Honda Avancier 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, 2003 Honda Avancier 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, 2003 Honda Avancier (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Avancier | 1984 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Avancier | Colt |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 1437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2390 mm |
