1989 Dodge Colt vs. 1970 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1989 Dodge Colt is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Colt (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Colt weights approximately 440 kg more than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Dodge Colt (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Colt | 1970 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
