2005 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1990 Plymouth Colt

To start off, 2005 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 15 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 661 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.

Because 2005 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Plymouth Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (297 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Colt.

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2005 Hyundai Terracan 1990 Plymouth Colt
Make Hyundai Plymouth
Model Terracan Colt
Year Released 2005 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3474 cc 1468 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 200 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 297 Nm 123 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Vehicle Weight 1656 kg 995 kg
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2400 mm