1988 Dodge Colt vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1992 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 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), 1988 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Legacy (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Colt. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 225 kg more than 1988 Dodge Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru Legacy 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, 1992 Subaru Legacy 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, 1992 Subaru Legacy (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Colt. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Colt | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
