2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1988 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1988 Plymouth Colt. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1988 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 511 kg more than 1988 Plymouth Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Plymouth Colt. (191 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1988 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
| Model | Dakota | Colt |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1641 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2400 mm |
