1986 Plymouth Horizon vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 23 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 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Vue (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1986 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, 2009 Saturn Vue (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Plymouth Horizon | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Plymouth | Saturn |
| Model | Horizon | Vue |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
