1991 Plymouth Colt vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 22 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1991 Plymouth Colt. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1991 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1172 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 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE 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 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Plymouth Colt. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Plymouth Colt | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Plymouth | Cadillac |
| Model | Colt | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2349 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2947 mm |
