1994 Plymouth Colt vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Colt is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry 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 23 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 45 kg more than 1987 Toyota Camry. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Plymouth Colt | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Camry |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
