2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1992 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 17 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1992 Plymouth Colt. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1992 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 466 kg more than 1992 Plymouth Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Plymouth Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Plymouth Colt. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1992 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
| Model | Ram | Colt |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 552 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2530 mm |
