1953 Plymouth Cambridge vs. 1988 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1988 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Plymouth Cambridge would be higher. At 3,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Plymouth Cambridge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Plymouth Cambridge (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Plymouth Cambridge should accelerate faster than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge weights approximately 370 kg more than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Plymouth Cambridge is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Horizon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1953 Plymouth Cambridge (237 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1953 Plymouth Cambridge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Plymouth Cambridge | 1988 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Plymouth | Plymouth |
| Model | Cambridge | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3569 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
