2004 Honda Accord vs. 1990 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 14 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 583 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, 2004 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Accord | 1990 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Accord | Colt |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2400 mm |
