1999 Nissan President vs. 1988 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1999 Nissan President is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan President weights approximately 865 kg more than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan President 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 1999 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1999 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Nissan President | 1988 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
Model | President | Horizon |
Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2530 mm |