1984 Opel Rekord 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 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Rekord 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 2 more horse power than 1984 Opel Rekord. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Rekord weights approximately 90 kg more than 1988 Plymouth Horizon.
Because 1984 Opel Rekord 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 1984 Opel Rekord. 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, 1988 Plymouth Horizon (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Rekord. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Opel Rekord | 1988 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Opel | Plymouth |
Model | Rekord | Horizon |
Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |