1992 Holden Statesman vs. 1992 Plymouth Colt
To start off, both 1992 Holden Statesman and 1992 Plymouth Colt were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1992 Plymouth Colt. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1992 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Statesman weights approximately 340 kg more than 1992 Plymouth Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Holden Statesman 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 1992 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Plymouth Colt. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Holden Statesman | 1992 Plymouth Colt | |
Make | Holden | Plymouth |
Model | Statesman | Colt |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |