1994 Plymouth Colt vs. 1995 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1995 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Colt. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 75 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 1995 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Plymouth Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Toyota RAV4 (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Colt. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Plymouth Colt | 1995 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Colt | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |