2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1984 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1984 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1984 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1536 kg more than 1984 Plymouth Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Plymouth Horizon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (447 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Plymouth Horizon. (117 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 1984 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Suburban | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2516 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2530 mm |
