1987 Dodge Colt vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 3,630 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1987 Dodge Colt. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1987 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1567 kg more than 1987 Dodge Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Dodge Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (641 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Dodge Colt. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Colt | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | Colt | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3630 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 641 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2717 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2890 mm |
