1988 Dodge Colt vs. 1999 Toyota Echo
To start off, 1999 Toyota Echo 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Colt (96 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Echo. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Colt weights approximately 270 kg more than 1999 Toyota Echo. 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, 1988 Dodge Colt (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Echo. (123 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 1999 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Echo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
