1987 Dodge Colt vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 25 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1987 Dodge Colt. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1987 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 563 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 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Dodge Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Dodge Colt. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Colt | 2012 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Colt | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2858 mm |
