1994 Plymouth Colt vs. 1977 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Colt is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Colt (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Cressida. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 105 kg more than 1977 Toyota Cressida. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Cressida 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 1977 Toyota Cressida. 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 Plymouth Colt (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Cressida. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Plymouth Colt | 1977 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Colt | Cressida |
Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2600 mm |