1988 Plymouth Colt vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1998 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 10 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Plymouth Colt (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1988 Plymouth Colt.
Because 1998 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Plymouth Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 Plymouth Colt (191 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Plymouth Colt | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |
