1989 Plymouth Horizon vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 24 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Horizon. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 409 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Horizon. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Plymouth Horizon | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
Model | Horizon | Jetta |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
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 | 4000 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2651 mm |