1988 Plymouth Horizon vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2003 Xedos 9 is newer by 15 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Xedos 9 weights approximately 560 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Plymouth Horizon | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
Make | Plymouth | Xedos |
Model | Horizon | 9 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |