2006 Honda Accord vs. 1991 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1991 Plymouth Colt. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1991 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 655 kg more than 1991 Plymouth Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Plymouth Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Plymouth Colt. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1991 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Accord | Colt |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
