1991 Dodge Colt vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 19 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1991 Dodge Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1991 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 565 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 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Dodge Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Dodge Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Dodge Colt | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Colt | Forester |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2616 mm |
