1988 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1991 Renault Clio
To start off, 1991 Renault Clio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Clio (107 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1988 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, 1988 Plymouth Horizon (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Plymouth Horizon | 1991 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Horizon | Clio |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |
