2000 Nissan Xterra vs. 1989 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2000 Nissan Xterra is newer by 11 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 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Horizon. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 555 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.
Because 2000 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Plymouth Horizon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Xterra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Horizon. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Xterra | 1989 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Xterra | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
