1988 Dodge Colt vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane is newer by 15 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 53 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 90 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Colt | Megane |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2770 mm |
