2005 Mazda 2 vs. 1993 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 2005 Mazda 2 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, 1993 Plymouth Colt (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 2 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Colt.
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, 2005 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Colt. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 2 | 1993 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | 2 | Colt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1833 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
