1985 Plymouth Horizon vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 25 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1985 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1985 Plymouth Horizon.
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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Plymouth Horizon. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Plymouth Horizon | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Plymouth | Chrysler |
Model | Horizon | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3078 mm |