1988 Dodge Colt vs. 1994 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1994 Opel Corsa is newer by 6 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Corsa (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Colt weights approximately 35 kg more than 1994 Opel Corsa.
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, 1994 Opel Corsa (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 1994 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Colt | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1467 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |
