1990 Plymouth Colt vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 16 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Colt (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 310 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Colt.
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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Plymouth Colt | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Plymouth | Skoda |
Model | Colt | Octavia |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2580 mm |