2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1989 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 16 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Horizon. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1330 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 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (447 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Horizon. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1989 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Tahoe | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
