1988 Dodge 600 vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris is newer by 25 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, 2013 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1988 Dodge 600. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge 600 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge 600 | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
