1991 Plymouth Colt vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1991 Plymouth Colt is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Plymouth Colt (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 45 kg more than 1991 Plymouth Colt.
Because 1979 Toyota Crown 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 1979 Toyota Crown. 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, 1991 Plymouth Colt (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Plymouth Colt | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Colt | Crown |
Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2349 cc | 2186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |