1991 Dodge Colt vs. 2000 Nissan President
To start off, 2000 Nissan President is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1991 Dodge Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1991 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan President weights approximately 895 kg more than 1991 Dodge Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Nissan President 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 2000 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2000 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Dodge Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Dodge Colt | 2000 Nissan President | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Colt | President |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3040 mm |
