1989 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Horizon. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 140 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Plymouth Horizon (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Plymouth Horizon | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Horizon | Corolla |
Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |