1991 Plymouth Colt vs. 1988 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1991 Plymouth Colt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Samurai 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 52 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 225 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Plymouth Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Plymouth Colt | 1988 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Plymouth | Suzuki |
Model | Colt | Samurai |
Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2349 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2490 mm |