2008 Nissan Tiida vs. 1988 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 2008 Nissan Tiida is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Plymouth Colt (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Tiida. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Tiida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Tiida weights approximately 259 kg more than 1988 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 Nissan Tiida (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Plymouth Colt. (191 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Tiida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Tiida | 1988 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Tiida | Colt |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1389 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2400 mm |
