1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1985 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1985 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1985 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 570 kg more than 1985 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Plymouth Horizon. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1985 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Plymouth |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2530 mm |
