1988 Plymouth Horizon vs. 2009 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 21 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, 2009 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 80 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Plymouth Horizon | 2009 Daewoo Kalos | |
Make | Plymouth | Daewoo |
Model | Horizon | Kalos |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2490 mm |