1988 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk
To start off, 1988 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk would be higher. At 5,768 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk (271 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk should accelerate faster than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk weights approximately 450 kg more than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Horizon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk (515 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. (165 Nm). This means 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Plymouth Horizon | 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk | |
| Make | Plymouth | Studebaker |
| Model | Horizon | Sky Hawk |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 5768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2980 mm |
