1989 Dodge Colt vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1989 Dodge Colt is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Colt weights approximately 10 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Because 1978 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Colt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Colt | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Colt | Corona |
Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2530 mm |