1988 Dodge Colt vs. 1989 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 405 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Colt (133 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 405. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1988 Dodge Colt.
Because 1989 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Dodge Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 405 will offer significantly more control. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 405. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 1989 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Colt | 405 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2680 mm |
