1991 Plymouth Colt vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 21 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1991 Plymouth Colt. (91 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1991 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Venza weights approximately 706 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, 2012 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Plymouth Colt | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Colt | Venza |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2776 mm |