1991 Plymouth Colt vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 15 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1991 Plymouth Colt. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1991 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 314 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 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 2006 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Plymouth Colt. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Plymouth Colt | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Colt | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2349 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1649 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3250 mm |