1988 Dodge Colt vs. 2012 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Renault Logan 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 1,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Colt (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Logan weights approximately 285 kg more than 1988 Dodge Colt.
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, 2012 Renault Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 2012 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Colt | Logan |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1467 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2910 mm |
