1988 Dodge Colt vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 17 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 1,666 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Colt (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 37 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Colt | Civic |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1167 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2690 mm |
