1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1988 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1988 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 149 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa.
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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Visa | 1988 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | Visa | Horizon |
Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |