2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1991 Volvo 240
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Volvo 240 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 (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1991 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1991 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 336 kg more than 1991 Volvo 240. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 1991 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Colt | 240 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2660 mm |
