2004 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1983 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 45 kg more than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Colt | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
