2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Rekord 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 6 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 535 kg more than 1983 Opel Rekord. 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 (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 1983 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Colt | Rekord |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |