1989 Dodge Colt vs. 1989 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 1989 Dodge Colt and 1989 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Colt (81 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1989 Volkswagen Golf. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1989 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Colt weights approximately 165 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Dodge Colt (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Golf. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Colt | 1989 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Colt | Golf |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2340 mm |
