2000 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 75 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Honda Civic (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1990 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Civic | Colt |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2400 mm |
