2009 Land Rover LR2 vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Colt. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Colt. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover LR2 | 1971 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LR2 | Colt |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1498 cc |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2360 mm |
