2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1994 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 30 kg more than 1994 Toyota Corolla. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Corolla. (112 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 1994 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
