2004 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1995 Volvo 460
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 460. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 40 kg more than 1995 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 460. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Colt | 1995 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Colt | 460 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 68 L |
