2005 Mazda 6 vs. 1988 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Plymouth Colt (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Plymouth Colt (191 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 1988 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | 6 | Colt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2400 mm |
