1989 Plymouth Horizon vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 16 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, 1989 Plymouth Horizon (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Plymouth Horizon | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Horizon | Clio |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |
