1988 Dodge Colt vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 8 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina 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.
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, 1996 Toyota Carina (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Dodge Colt | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Colt | Carina |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1467 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |