1990 Plymouth Colt vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Colt is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Celica weights approximately 187 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Plymouth Colt | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Celica |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2640 mm |
