1988 Dodge Colt vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 3 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Colt (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 660 kg more than 1988 Dodge Colt.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Colt. (192 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2290 mm |
