1985 Innocenti 990 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 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Innocenti 990 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 40 more horse power than 1985 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1985 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 311 kg more than 1985 Innocenti 990. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Innocenti 990 | 1988 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Innocenti | Plymouth |
| Model | 990 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2530 mm |
