1990 Dodge Colt vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 17 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Colt. (96 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 728 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 2007 Nissan Navara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan Navara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Colt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Colt. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Colt | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Colt | Navara |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3210 mm |
