2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Camry weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Camry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
