1988 Dodge Colt vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick is newer by 10 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Colt (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Maverick (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Colt. (192 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Colt | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
