1989 Plymouth Horizon vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Horizon. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 516 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Horizon. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Plymouth Horizon | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
Model | Horizon | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2604 mm |