1989 Plymouth Colt vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux is newer by 20 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 689 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 2009 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Plymouth Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Hilux 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, 2009 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Plymouth Colt | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3090 mm |
