1988 Dodge Colt vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner is newer by 22 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mariner (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 520 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.
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, 2010 Mercury Mariner (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Colt | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1467 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2619 mm |
