1990 Dodge Colt vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pickup is newer by 15 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pickup (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 1127 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 2005 Nissan Pickup 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Colt | 2005 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Colt | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 2122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3210 mm |
