1985 Dodge Colt vs. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 18 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Colt. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1365 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 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Dodge Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Colt. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Colt | 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | Colt | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2890 mm |
