2004 Buick Terraza vs. 1988 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2004 Buick Terraza is newer by 16 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Terraza (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 995 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, 2004 Buick Terraza (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Terraza | 1988 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Buick | Plymouth |
| Model | Terraza | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 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 | 2020 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2530 mm |
