1986 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 240 kg more than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. 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, 1996 Toyota Carina (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Plymouth Horizon | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Horizon | Carina |
Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |