2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1997 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Sunfire (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (96 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 450 kg more than 1997 Pontiac Sunfire.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Sunfire, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Pontiac Sunfire. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 1997 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Colt | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2650 mm |
