1991 Dodge Colt vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 15 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1991 Dodge Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1991 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1280 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 2006 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Dodge Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Dodge Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Dodge Colt | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Colt | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2400 mm |
