1992 Dodge Colt vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1992 Dodge Colt is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Colt (92 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volkswagen Santana weights approximately 25 kg more than 1992 Dodge Colt.
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, 1992 Dodge Colt (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (100 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Colt | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Colt | Santana |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2560 mm |
