1985 Dodge Colt vs. 1993 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1993 Toyota Cressida is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Cressida (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Colt. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 270 kg more than 1985 Dodge Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Toyota Cressida 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 1993 Toyota Cressida. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1993 Toyota Cressida (279 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Colt. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Colt | 1993 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| 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 | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
