1981 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Plymouth Horizon (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 80 kg more than 1988 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Renault 19 (182 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Plymouth Horizon. (115 Nm). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Plymouth Horizon | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Horizon | 19 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |
