2006 Citroen C3 vs. 1986 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2006 Citroen C3 is newer by 20 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, 2006 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C3 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1986 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, 2006 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C3 | 1986 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | C3 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
