1988 Dodge Colt vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Colt (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (110 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 201 kg more than 1988 Dodge Colt.
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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (159 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Dodge Colt | 1989 Honda Accord | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Colt | Accord |
Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |