2004 Honda Element vs. 1990 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 2004 Honda Element 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 516 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 Element (218 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1990 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Element | Colt |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2400 mm |
