1987 BMW 318 vs. 1994 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Colt is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Colt. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 259 kg more than 1987 BMW 318.
Because 1987 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Colt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 BMW 318 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Colt. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 318 | 1994 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 318 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
