1988 Dodge Colt vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 14 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Colt (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Colt weights approximately 362 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Life 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, 2002 Honda Life 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, 1988 Dodge Colt (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 2002 Honda Life | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Colt | Life |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
