1984 Dodge Colt vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 13 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Dodge Colt (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Dodge Colt weights approximately 100 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1984 Dodge Colt (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Colt | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
