1988 Dodge Colt vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Colt. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 607 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 2012 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Colt. (192 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Colt | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2779 mm |
