1988 Dodge Colt vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 18 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Colt. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 795 kg more than 1988 Dodge Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Colt. (192 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Colt | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2630 mm |
