1994 Plymouth Colt vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 18 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 14 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 21 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, 2012 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Colt. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Plymouth Colt | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Plymouth | Honda |
Model | Colt | Insight |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1246 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |