1990 Dodge Colt vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 925 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 Tata Safari 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, 2007 Tata Safari 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, 2007 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Colt | 2007 Tata Safari | |
Make | Dodge | Tata |
Model | Colt | Safari |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2660 mm |