2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 458 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Colorado | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2390 mm |
