1988 Dodge Colt vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 25 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 513 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 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Colt | Golf |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1467 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2578 mm |
