2005 Opel Astra vs. 1992 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Plymouth Colt (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 85 kg more than 1992 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 Opel Astra (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Plymouth Colt. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 1992 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Astra | Colt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
