1988 Dodge Colt vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 11 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Colt (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 388 kg more than 1988 Dodge Colt.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Dodge Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Kia Sportage (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Colt. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Colt | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
