1990 Dodge Colt vs. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 10 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1855 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 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Colt | 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3400 mm |
