1993 Plymouth Colt vs. 2010 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Colt. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 698 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Stavic 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 2010 SsangYong Stavic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2010 SsangYong Stavic (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Colt. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Plymouth Colt | 2010 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Plymouth | SsangYong |
| Model | Colt | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1833 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3010 mm |
