2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,833 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 602 kg more than 1981 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline. 1981 Nissan Skyline has automatic transmission and 2007 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Nissan Skyline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Colt | Skyline |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2833 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1218 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2620 mm |