1996 Honda Civic vs. 1991 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 2,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1991 Plymouth Colt. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1991 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 125 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic.
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, 1991 Plymouth Colt (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 1991 Plymouth Colt | |
Make | Honda | Plymouth |
Model | Civic | Colt |
Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |