1988 Dodge Colt vs. 2000 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2000 Toyota Echo is newer by 12 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Colt (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Echo. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Colt weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 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 (192 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Echo. (122 Nm). This means 1988 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 2000 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Echo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2380 mm |
