Molten Lava vs Bright Coral

How close are they?

ΔE 8.6, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Bright Coral is a little darker, more muted than Molten Lava.

Can I use Bright Coral instead of Molten Lava?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 9). Bright Coral is a little darker, more muted than Molten Lava.

Can I use Molten Lava instead of Bright Coral?

The same difference applies the other way round: Molten Lava is a little lighter, more saturated.

ΔE is the colour difference between our two swatch estimates: under about 6 is close, over about 15 is loose. Real paints also differ in finish, coverage and how they thin, so test before you commit.