1988 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1996 Renault Clio
To start off, 1996 Renault Clio is newer by 8 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Clio (250 HP) has 159 more horse power than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. (91 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Clio weights approximately 625 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 1996 Renault Clio 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 1996 Renault Clio. 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, 1996 Renault Clio (407 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. (165 Nm). This means 1996 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Plymouth Horizon | 1996 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Horizon | Clio |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2490 mm |
