1990 Dodge Colt vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 18 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Colt. (96 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Colt weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Colt. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Colt | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Colt | Accord |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
