1991 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1989 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 455 kg more than 1989 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, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen Rally Raid | 1989 Plymouth Colt | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | Rally Raid | Colt |
Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2400 mm |