1989 Nissan Micra vs. 1983 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1989 Nissan Micra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Plymouth Horizon (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Micra. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 255 kg more than 1989 Nissan Micra. 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, 1983 Plymouth Horizon (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Micra. (96 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Micra | 1983 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Micra | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1235 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
