1988 Plymouth Colt vs. 1988 TVR Type S
To start off, both 1988 Plymouth Colt and 1988 TVR Type S were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 TVR Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Type S (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1988 Plymouth Colt. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Type S should accelerate faster than 1988 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 230 kg more than 1988 TVR Type S.
Because 1988 TVR Type S 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 1988 TVR Type S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 TVR Type S (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Plymouth Colt. (191 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Plymouth Colt | 1988 TVR Type S | |
Make | Plymouth | TVR |
Model | Colt | Type S |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2300 mm |