2001 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1992 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 9 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1992 Plymouth Colt. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1992 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1395 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 2001 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2001 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2001 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Plymouth Colt. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac Escalade | 1992 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Cadillac | Plymouth |
| Model | Escalade | Colt |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2620 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2530 mm |
