1989 Plymouth Horizon vs. 2012 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2012 Opel Meriva is newer by 23 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, 2012 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Horizon. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1989 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, 1989 Plymouth Horizon (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Meriva. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Plymouth Horizon | 2012 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Plymouth | Opel |
| Model | Horizon | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
