1986 Plymouth Horizon vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 19 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Plymouth Horizon (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 1986 Plymouth Horizon (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Plymouth Horizon | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
Make | Plymouth | Mazda |
Model | Horizon | Carol |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |