2005 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1991 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 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 Mitsubishi Colt (211 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Colt | 1991 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Colt | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
