2008 Opel Antara vs. 1988 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1988 Plymouth Colt. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1988 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 715 kg more than 1988 Plymouth Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Plymouth Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara 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, 2008 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Plymouth Colt. (191 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Antara | 1988 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Antara | Colt |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
