1988 Dodge Colt vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 24 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Colt.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Dodge Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
| Model | Colt | FX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1467 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2885 mm |
