2005 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Colt. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 43 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
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, 1994 Plymouth Colt (157 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 1994 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1994 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Civic | Colt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
