1986 Plymouth Horizon vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2005 Subaru Baja 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 2,458 cc, 2005 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Baja (165 HP) has 103 more horse power than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 604 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.
Because 2005 Subaru Baja 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 Subaru Baja 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, 2005 Subaru Baja (226 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Plymouth Horizon | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
| Model | Horizon | Baja |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
