2007 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1968 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Land Rover LR3 1968 Mitsubishi Colt
Make Land Rover Mitsubishi
Model LR3 Colt
Year Released 2007 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4015 cc 1498 cc
Horse Power 216 HP 72 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 365 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Vehicle Weight 2055 kg 910 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2360 mm


 

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