1990 Plymouth Colt vs. 2000 Volvo C70
To start off, 2000 Volvo C70 is newer by 10 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo C70 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo C70 weights approximately 409 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Plymouth Colt | 2000 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
| Model | Colt | C70 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2670 mm |
