1994 Plymouth Colt vs. 1973 Audi 80
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Colt is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Colt (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 313 kg more than 1973 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Plymouth Colt (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Plymouth Colt | 1973 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Audi |
| Model | Colt | 80 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |
