1990 Dodge Colt vs. 1993 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1993 Dodge Viper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Colt. (96 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Viper weights approximately 347 kg more than 1990 Dodge Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Dodge Viper 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 1993 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1993 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Colt. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Colt | 1993 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Colt | Viper |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 359 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
