1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 1986 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1994 Ford Fairlane is newer by 8 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (222 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 690 kg more than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Plymouth Horizon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fairlane | 1986 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Fairlane | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2530 mm |
