1988 Dodge Colt vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1993 Toyota Carina is newer by 5 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Colt (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 94 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Carina |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2590 mm |
