2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1990 Nissan Presea
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 2,834 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Presea. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 260 kg more than 1990 Nissan Presea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Presea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Presea. (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 1990 Nissan Presea | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Colt | Presea |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1497 cc |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2510 mm |