2005 Mazda AZ vs. 1990 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 2005 Mazda AZ 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Colt (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Mazda AZ. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda AZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 235 kg more than 2005 Mazda AZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda AZ 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 Mazda AZ 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, 1990 Plymouth Colt (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda AZ. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda AZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda AZ | 1990 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | AZ | Colt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2400 mm |
