1988 Dodge Colt vs. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado 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), 1988 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Colt. (96 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Colt weights approximately 105 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado.
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, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Colt. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 1989 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Colt | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
