1984 Dodge Colt vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Colt. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 62 kg more than 1984 Dodge Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge Colt. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Colt | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Colt | 626 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
