1988 Dodge Colt vs. 1978 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1988 Dodge Colt is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Colt (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Colt weights approximately 292 kg more than 1978 Toyota Tercel. 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 Colt (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (102 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 1978 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Tercel |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
