2003 Nissan Quest vs. 1988 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2003 Nissan Quest is newer by 15 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Quest weights approximately 799 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, 2003 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Quest | 1988 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Quest | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2530 mm |
