1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Colt. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 594 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Dakota | 1986 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Dakota | Colt |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2390 mm |
