2007 Toyota Sequoia vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 215 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Sequoia | 1984 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sequoia | Colt |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 274 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2390 mm |
