1985 Dodge Colt vs. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 21 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Colt. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 250 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 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Colt. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | Colt | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2880 mm |
