1988 Dodge Colt vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Colt. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Colt.
Because 2012 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza 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 Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Colt. (192 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza 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 Venza | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Venza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2780 mm |
