2007 Citroen C2 vs. 1988 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2007 Citroen C2 is newer by 19 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C2 (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C2 weights approximately 20 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.
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, 1988 Plymouth Horizon (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C2 | 1988 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | C2 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2530 mm |
