1990 Dodge Colt vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Colt (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 72 kg more than 1990 Dodge Colt.
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, 1990 Dodge Colt (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Colt | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Colt | Polo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |
