1991 Plymouth Colt vs. 1997 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1997 Porsche Boxster is newer by 6 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 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1991 Plymouth Colt. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1991 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 85 kg more than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
Because 1997 Porsche Boxster 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 1997 Porsche Boxster. 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, 1997 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Plymouth Colt. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Plymouth Colt | 1997 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
| Model | Colt | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2349 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2360 mm |
