1990 Dodge Colt vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 20 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Colt. (96 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 137 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 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 2010 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Colt. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Colt | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3240 mm |
