1988 Dodge 600 vs. 1988 Plymouth Colt

To start off, both 1988 Dodge 600 and 1988 Plymouth Colt were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Plymouth Colt (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1988 Dodge 600. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge 600 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1988 Plymouth Colt.

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, 1988 Plymouth Colt (191 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge 600. (159 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge 600.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Dodge 600 1988 Plymouth Colt
Make Dodge Plymouth
Model 600 Colt
Year Released 1988 1988
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2213 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 96 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 159 Nm 191 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Vehicle Weight 1165 kg 1130 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4040 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2400 mm


 

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