1984 Ford Escort vs. 1988 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1988 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort 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 38 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 115 kg more than 1984 Ford Escort. 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 Plymouth Horizon (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1988 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Escort | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
