1988 Plymouth Horizon vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 is newer by 17 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, 2005 Rover 45 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 45 weights approximately 125 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.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Plymouth Horizon | 2005 Rover 45 | |
Make | Plymouth | Rover |
Model | Horizon | 45 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |