1989 Mazda 626 vs. 1988 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1989 Mazda 626 is newer by 1 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, 1988 Plymouth Horizon (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda 626 weights approximately 95 kg more 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 626. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda 626 | 1988 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | 626 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
