2005 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1989 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1505 kg more than 1989 Plymouth Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Plymouth Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | 1989 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Land Rover | Plymouth |
| Model | Range Rover | Colt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2400 mm |
