1994 Nissan Laurel vs. 1994 Plymouth Colt
To start off, both 1994 Nissan Laurel and 1994 Plymouth Colt were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Laurel (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Colt. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 105 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Nissan Laurel 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 1994 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Nissan Laurel (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Colt. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Laurel | 1994 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Laurel | Colt |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
