1991 Plymouth Colt vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 20 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1991 Plymouth Colt. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1991 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 110 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Plymouth Colt. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Plymouth Colt | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Plymouth | Kia |
| Model | Colt | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2349 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2639 mm |
