2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1988 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 17 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 119 more horse power than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. (91 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 892 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1988 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Mercury | Plymouth |
| Model | Mountaineer | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 91 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1917 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
