1990 Dodge Colt vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 1998 Mazda 626 is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Colt (96 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 626 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1990 Dodge Colt.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Dodge Colt (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Colt | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Colt | 626 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
