1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1988 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1988 Plymouth Colt. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1988 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 283 kg more than 1988 Plymouth Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Plymouth Colt. (191 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1988 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Camaro | Colt |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3349 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2400 mm |
