1991 Lada Samara vs. 1986 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1991 Lada Samara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 56 kg more than 1991 Lada Samara.
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, 1986 Plymouth Horizon (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Lada Samara | 1986 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Lada | Plymouth |
Model | Samara | Horizon |
Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |