1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 5 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude.
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, 1982 Honda Prelude (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Prelude | 1984 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Prelude | Colt |
Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2390 mm |