1988 Dodge Colt vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 16 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 1,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Colt (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 125 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, 2004 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1467 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |
