1988 Dodge 600 vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge 600 (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge 600 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ. 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, 1988 Dodge 600 (159 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge 600 | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | iQ |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2000 mm |
