1988 Plymouth Colt vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 18 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 2,458 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1988 Plymouth Colt. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1988 Plymouth Colt.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja 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, 2006 Subaru Baja 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, 2006 Subaru Baja (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Plymouth Colt. (191 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Plymouth Colt | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
Model | Colt | Baja |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2660 mm |