1986 Plymouth Horizon vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 21 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 304 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 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Plymouth Horizon | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
Model | Horizon | Golf |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |