1988 Dodge Colt vs. 1998 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1998 Mercury Mystique 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Colt (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 112 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 1998 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Colt | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |
