2005 Audi A2 vs. 1986 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2005 Audi A2 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A2 (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Audi A2.
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, 2005 Audi A2 (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A2 | 1986 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Audi | Plymouth |
| Model | A2 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
