1988 Dodge Colt vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 23 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Colt. (96 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 766 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 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Colt. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Colt | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
