1990 Dodge Colt vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1312 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Colt | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Colt | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2855 mm |
