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Getting 36 Miles a Gallon: The Dodge Colt for 1991

The Colt Vista is equipped with a Mitsubishi 2.0 liter four-cylinder engine that utilizes 8 valves. The engine is mated to a Mitsubishi 3-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.

Colt Vista 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 standard warranty period for the Colt is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the wagon market.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $7,067 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-high price. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 4-door Wagon.

Fuel Efficiency

The 1991 Colt’s normal fuel system runs on gas. The fuel is regulated electronically, with a fuel-injected multi-port fuel injection (MFI) 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 average 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.