2009 Land Rover LR2 vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 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 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover LR2 | 1985 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LR2 | Colt |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
