1991 Plymouth Colt vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1991 Plymouth Colt is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (131 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1991 Plymouth Colt. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 258 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 1972 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Colt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Plymouth Colt. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Plymouth Colt | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
Model | Colt | 911 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2349 cc | 2341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2270 mm |