1994 Plymouth Colt vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 15 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Colt. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 105 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 2009 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Colt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Colt. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Plymouth Colt | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Colt | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |