2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1992 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Paseo. (93 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 126 kg more than 1992 Toyota Paseo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Paseo. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 1992 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Paseo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
