1984 Dodge Colt vs. 1997 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1997 Toyota Supra 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Colt. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Supra weights approximately 470 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.
Because 1997 Toyota Supra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Colt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge Colt. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Colt | 1997 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Supra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
