1988 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 1988 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Saab 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Saab 95 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Plymouth Horizon (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 115 kg more than 1959 Saab 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Plymouth Horizon (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Plymouth Horizon | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Saab |
| Model | Horizon | 95 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
