2005 Acura EL vs. 1993 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 2005 Acura EL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 1,833 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Colt. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Acura EL.
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, 1993 Plymouth Colt (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura EL | 1993 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Acura | Plymouth |
| Model | EL | Colt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 1833 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
