1996 Dodge Dakota vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 585 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Dakota 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, 1996 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Dakota | 1999 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Dakota | Colt |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2430 mm |