2012 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 28 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 624 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Ford Transit Connect | 1984 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Transit Connect | Colt |
Year Released | 2012 | 1984 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1544 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4587 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2014 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2911 mm | 2390 mm |