1990 Dodge Colt vs. 1997 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1997 Toyota Paseo is newer by 7 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Paseo (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Colt weights approximately 75 kg more than 1997 Toyota Paseo.
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, 1997 Toyota Paseo (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Colt | 1997 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Paseo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2390 mm |
