2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 40 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (139 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Colt | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
