1986 Plymouth Horizon vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 27 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 146 more horse power than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 855 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.
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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Plymouth Horizon | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Audi |
| Model | Horizon | A5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1383 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2751 mm |
