1991 Dodge Colt vs. 1987 Honda Civic
To start off, 1991 Dodge Colt is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Civic (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1991 Dodge Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1991 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Dodge Colt weights approximately 95 kg more than 1987 Honda Civic.
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, 1987 Honda Civic (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Dodge Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Dodge Colt | 1987 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Colt | Civic |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2210 mm |
