1987 Dodge Colt vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 26 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (179 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1987 Dodge Colt. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1987 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 605 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Dodge Colt. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Colt | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Venza |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2775 mm |
