1990 Plymouth Colt vs. 1970 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Colt is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Colt (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (80 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen 411 weights approximately 37 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Colt.
Because 1970 Volkswagen 411 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 1970 Volkswagen 411. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1970 Volkswagen 411 (131 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Volkswagen 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Plymouth Colt | 1970 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Colt | 411 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2500 mm |
