1990 Dodge Colt vs. 1998 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1998 Nissan Patrol 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 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Patrol (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Colt. (96 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1001 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 1998 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Dodge Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Nissan Patrol (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Colt. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Colt | 1998 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Colt | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 2196 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
