1990 Plymouth Colt vs. 1978 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Colt is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Iltis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Iltis would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Iltis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Colt (81 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volkswagen Iltis weights approximately 305 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Colt.
Because 1978 Volkswagen Iltis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Plymouth Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Iltis 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, 1978 Volkswagen Iltis (136 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Iltis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Plymouth Colt | 1978 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Colt | Iltis |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2110 mm |
