1989 Dodge Colt vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 15 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Yaris (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Colt weights approximately 11 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Colt | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2380 mm |
