2005 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt (95 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (146 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Colt | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Colt | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
