1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1994 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 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 6,505 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Colt. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1175 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 1997 Chevrolet Express 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 1997 Chevrolet Express. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (583 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Colt. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1994 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Express | Colt |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6505 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2530 mm |
