1994 Plymouth Colt vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 1998 Mazda Laputa is newer by 4 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Colt (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 475 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Plymouth Colt | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Plymouth | Mazda |
| Model | Colt | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |
