1987 Dodge Colt vs. 1968 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1987 Dodge Colt is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge Colt (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1968 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Dodge Colt weights approximately 265 kg more than 1968 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford Corsair 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 1968 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Dodge Colt (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Colt | 1968 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Colt | Corsair |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
