1988 Dodge Colt vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Colt. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 203 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 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Colt. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2790 mm |
