1990 Plymouth Colt vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 1991 Renault Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Espace (108 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Colt. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 435 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.
Because 1991 Renault Espace 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, 1991 Renault Espace 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, 1991 Renault Espace (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Plymouth Colt | 1991 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Colt | Espace |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2590 mm |
