1988 Dodge Colt vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, both 1988 Dodge Colt and 1988 Renault 19 were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Colt. (96 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Colt weights approximately 133 kg more than 1988 Renault 19.
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 Renault 19 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Colt. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Dodge Colt | 1988 Renault 19 | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Colt | 19 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1764 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |