2008 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 16 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 1,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Plymouth Colt (91 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 280 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, 2008 Honda Civic (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1992 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Civic | Colt |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2400 mm |
