1994 Plymouth Colt vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Colt is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 27 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 425 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (116 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Plymouth Colt | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Colt | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| 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 | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2400 mm |
