1991 Plymouth Colt vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 19 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 2,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Plymouth Colt (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 135 kg more than 2010 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dacia Duster 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, 2010 Dacia Duster 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1991 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Plymouth Colt | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Plymouth | Dacia |
| Model | Colt | Duster |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2349 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2673 mm |
