1988 Dodge Colt vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 563 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 Toyota RAV4 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, 2012 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| 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 | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2659 mm |
