1999 Opel Signum vs. 1988 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1999 Opel Signum 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Signum (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Signum weights approximately 510 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.
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, 1999 Opel Signum (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Signum | 1988 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Opel | Plymouth |
Model | Signum | Horizon |
Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |