1985 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1991 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1991 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Suzuki Samurai (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1985 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 44 kg more than 1991 Suzuki Samurai.
Because 1991 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Plymouth Horizon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Plymouth Horizon (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Plymouth Horizon | 1991 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Plymouth | Suzuki |
| Model | Horizon | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2490 mm |
