1998 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1989 Dodge Colt
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Colt. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Colt weights approximately 71 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Nubira.
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, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (184 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Colt. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Nubira | 1989 Dodge Colt | |
| Make | Daewoo | Dodge |
| Model | Nubira | Colt |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
