2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 23 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 2,972 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2410 mm |
