1987 Dodge Colt vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1987 Dodge Colt. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1987 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 534 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 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Dodge Colt. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Colt | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3250 mm |
