1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1992 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1996 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1992 Plymouth Colt. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1992 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 225 kg more than 1992 Plymouth Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Plymouth Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Plymouth Colt. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Step Wagon | 1992 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Step Wagon | Colt |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
