1994 Plymouth Colt vs. 2002 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2002 Toyota Prius is newer by 8 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 41 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Prius. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Prius weights approximately 25 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Colt.
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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Plymouth Colt | 2002 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Prius |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |
