2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 610 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1982 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sportage | Colt |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2390 mm |
