2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1991 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1991 Plymouth Colt. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1991 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1991 Plymouth Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Plymouth Colt. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1991 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Chrysler | Plymouth |
| Model | 300 | Colt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2530 mm |
