1988 Dodge Colt vs. 1980 Honda Civic
To start off, 1988 Dodge Colt is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Colt (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Colt weights approximately 345 kg more than 1980 Honda Civic. 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 (192 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 1980 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Colt | Civic |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2330 mm |
