1959 Nissan 211 vs. 1988 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1988 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Plymouth Horizon (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 100 kg more than 1959 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Plymouth Horizon (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Nissan 211 | 1988 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | 211 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |
