1988 Plymouth Colt vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 20 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1988 Plymouth Colt. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1988 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 222 kg more than 1988 Plymouth Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Plymouth Colt. (191 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Plymouth Colt | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Colt | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3110 mm |