1988 Plymouth Colt vs. 2011 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2011 Opel Vivaro is newer by 23 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Plymouth Colt (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 483 kg more than 1988 Plymouth Colt.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Plymouth Colt. (191 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Plymouth Colt | 2011 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Plymouth | Opel |
| Model | Colt | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3100 mm |
