1990 Dodge Colt vs. 1996 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 1996 Toyota Picnic is newer by 6 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Picnic (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Colt. (96 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 145 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.
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, 1996 Toyota Picnic (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Colt. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Colt | 1996 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Colt | Picnic |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |