2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1981 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (96 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 220 kg more than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Blizzard 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 Mitsubishi Colt (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 1981 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Colt | Blizzard |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2835 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2030 mm |