1998 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1989 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 9 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, 1998 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Horizon. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 775 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, 1998 Plymouth Voyager (175 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Horizon. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Plymouth Voyager | 1989 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Plymouth | Plymouth |
Model | Voyager | Horizon |
Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |