1987 Dodge Colt vs. 1987 Pontiac 1000
To start off, both 1987 Dodge Colt and 1987 Pontiac 1000 were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 23 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Dodge Colt weights approximately 190 kg more than 1987 Pontiac 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Pontiac 1000 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 1987 Pontiac 1000. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Dodge Colt | 1987 Pontiac 1000 | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Colt | 1000 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2400 mm |