2007 Honda Element vs. 1991 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 16 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1991 Plymouth Colt. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1991 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Plymouth Colt. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 1991 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Element | Colt |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 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 | 218 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
