1989 Plymouth Colt vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (193 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 335 kg more than 1989 Plymouth Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 2001 Toyota Altezza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Plymouth Colt | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Colt | Altezza |
Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2590 mm |