2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 653 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. (103 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1985 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Colorado | Colt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2390 mm |
