2007 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1990 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 17 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (149 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Terracan | 1990 Plymouth Colt | |
Make | Hyundai | Plymouth |
Model | Terracan | Colt |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2400 mm |