1989 Dodge Colt vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Toyota Carina is newer by 8 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Colt. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Colt weights approximately 50 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina.
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 (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Colt | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Colt | Carina |
Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |