1989 Dodge Colt vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1992 Toyota Camry is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Camry (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Colt. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Camry weights approximately 315 kg more than 1989 Dodge Colt. 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, 1992 Toyota Camry (285 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Colt. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Colt | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Camry |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
