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First Impressions of the Dodge Colt for 1991

Frequently you will find that buyers of the Dodge Colt are very excited about their new car. The Colt has held a place among the top of the Colt line of car for a long time. It is an important automobile, and the 1991 model is no different in that respect. The Dodge Colt comes under the heading of wagon models that are fun to drive.

Dodge Colt Engine Specs

The restyled Colt Vista is equipped with a Mitsubishi 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine that utilizes a total of 8 valves. The engine is paired with a Mitsubishi 5-speed transaxle. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Dodge.

The Colt uses power-assisted brakes, with Non-ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are drum. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.

Vehicle Statistics

The Colt is 158.70 inches long, 65.70 inches wide, and 52.00 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 93.90 inches. It is able to seat 5 comfortably.

The listed retail price in 1991 (MSRP) was $7,067, with an invoice cost of an industry-average price. This price is above average of the industry average price for a four-door Wagon.

Fuel Efficiency

The 1991 Colt’s traditional fuel system runs on gas. The fuel is regulated electronically, with a fuel-injected multi-port fuel injection style of design. The fuel tank holds 13.20 gallons.

The 1991 Colt gets 36 miles/gallon on the highway and only 31 in the city. This is exceptional for a wagon car.

Conclusion

There are several reasons why the Dodge Colt Vista sold well in 1991. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Dodge, specifically a Colt.