1991 Plymouth Colt vs. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1991 Plymouth Colt. (91 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1991 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 810 kg more than 1991 Plymouth Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Plymouth Colt.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Plymouth Colt 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Plymouth Toyota
Model Colt Land Cruiser
Year Released 1991 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1468 cc 2982 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 91 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 123 Nm 295 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1810 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2400 mm 2680 mm


 

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