1992 Plymouth Colt vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Patriot (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1992 Plymouth Colt. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1992 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 293 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 2013 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Plymouth Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot 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, 2013 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Plymouth Colt. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Plymouth Colt | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Plymouth | Jeep |
| Model | Colt | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2634 mm |
