1991 Plymouth Colt vs. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph

To start off, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 7 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 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1991 Plymouth Colt. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1991 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 965 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 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. 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, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Plymouth Colt. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Plymouth Colt.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Plymouth Colt 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
Make Plymouth Rolls-Royce
Model Colt Silver Seraph
Year Released 1991 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2349 cc 5377 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 318 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 489 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 1335 kg 2300 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 5400 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 3070 mm


 

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