2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1436 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (398 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 1983 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Expedition | Colt |
Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 398 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2390 mm |