2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 4,015 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1808 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1985 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
Model | Discovery | Colt |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2390 mm |