1994 Plymouth Colt vs. 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 6 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Colt. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 185 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.
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, 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Colt. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Plymouth Colt | 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Plymouth | Chrysler |
| Model | Colt | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
